statolith
/ˈstætəˌlɪθ/
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Definition of statolith - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
plantsTECH.structure in plants and invertebrates for gravity perceptionTECH.
  • Statoliths help roots grow downward by sensing gravity.
statocyst
2.
biologyTECH.small particle in the inner ear aiding balanceTECH.
  • The statoliths in the ear help maintain balance.
otolith
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Origin of statolith

Greek, statos (standing) + lithos (stone)

Examples of statolith in a sentence

  • Researchers study statoliths to understand plant growth better.
  • Researchers study statoliths to understand balance disorders.
  • Statoliths play a crucial role in the vestibular system.

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  1. French:statolithe, otolithe, ...
  2. German:Statolith, ...
  3. Italian:statoliti, statolito, ...
  4. Spanish:estatolito, ...
  5. Portuguese:estatólito, ...
  6. Chinese:重力感受器, 耳石, ...
  7. Japanese:スタトリス, 耳石, ...
  8. Arabic:سْتاتولِيث, حَصاةُ التَّوازُن, ...
  9. Hebrew:סְטָטוֹלִית, חֶלְקִיק שִׁוּוּי מִשְׁקָל, ...
  10. Russian:статолит, ...
  11. Ukrainian:статоліт, ...
  12. Hindi:स्टैटोलिथ, ...
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